Among the 43 grand tourers plug-in hybrid 2019–2023, the 520e ranks 5th of 15 in Electric WLTP range (53 km, behind the Bmw 530e), 34th of 43 in Combined range (825 km, behind the Bmw 520d), 6th of 15 in Thermal cons. estimated (6.0 L/100, behind the Bmw 530e), 39th of 43 in 0–100 km/h (7.9 s, behind the Bmw 545e xDrive).
G30 · GENERATION 2021 → · GRAND TOURER
BMWPHEV
520e
204 hp, 53 km electric range, 7,9 s 0-100 : among the 43 grand tourers plug-in hybrid 2019–2023, the 520e ranks 5th of 15 in Electric WLTP range, 34th of 43 in Combined range, 6th of 15 in Thermal cons. estimated, 39th of 43 in 0–100 km/h. Here is what the Caralogy simulations say.
Power
204hp
350 Nm · 109 hp elec
0 → 100 km/h
7.9s
VMax 225 km/h
Total range
825km
of which 53 km elec
Battery + Tank
11.2kWh
+ 46 L tank
Technical identity card
Full specifications BMW 520e
Manufacturer data. Consumption and range estimated from the WLTP cycle; performance simulated by the Caralogy physics engine.
Powertrain
| Architecture | 4 cyl. |
| Displacement | 1,998 cm³ |
| Puissance électrique | 109 hp |
| Combined power | 204 hp |
| Couple | 350 Nm |
| Gearbox | Convertisseur de couple 8 rapports Automatique |
| Transmission | Propulsion |
Battery and charging
| Battery capacity | 11.2 kWh |
| Range WLTP | 53 km |
| Charge AC max | 3.7 kW |
| Conso élec WLTP | 21.1 kWh/100km |
| Petrol cons. WLTP | 1.9 L/100km |
| Conso thermique | 6.0 L/100km |
| Tank | 46 L |
| EV range motorway | 42 km |
| Total range motorway | 825 km |
Performance
| 0 → 100 km/h | 7,9 s |
| VMax | 225 km/h |
Dimensions and environment
| Length | 4,963 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,975 mm |
| Width | 1,868 mm |
| Height | 1,483 mm |
| Boot | 410 L |
| Kerb weight | 1,835 kg |
| Cd | 0.24 |
| CO₂ WLTP | 43 g/km |
Caralogy Methodology
Performance (0-100, top speed) simulated by the Caralogy physics engine (SCx, Crr, real torque curves). Motorway consumption values estimated from the manufacturer WLTP cycle.
See full methodology →Manufacturer data · WLTP-estimated consumption · Caralogy-simulated performance
Among the 43 grand tourers plug-in hybrid, the 520e combines two vehicles in one: an electric sedan for urban use (top 5 in segment), a petrol tourer for long distances. Caralogy puts the 520e through its paces: motorway simulation, consumption simulation and performance simulation.
Caralogy Analysis
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Caralogy Verdict
Suitable for
grand tourer plug-in hybrid among the best in segment: 5th of 15 in Electric WLTP range (53 km).
Less suitable for
Very long trips without stopping. With 825 km combined range, expect more frequent refuelling than other PHEVs in the segment.
Alternatives to consider
If the priority is Electric WLTP range, the Bmw 530e (1st with 62 km) takes the lead. If the priority is Combined range, the Bmw 520d (1st with 1535 km) takes the lead.
In the city: 53 km pure electric (top 5 in segment)
With a full battery, the 520e drives in pure electric mode for the first 53 km WLTP — placing it 5th of 15 in Electric WLTP range, behind the Bmw 530e (62 km). In urban and peri-urban use, the 520e behaves like a pure electric sedan in its segment.
Go beyond this analysis
Recalculate everything for your own profile with the three physics simulators that power this page.
Running cost for your profile
Adjust mileage, driving mix and charging type to estimate your annual energy budget.
Launch simulator →Long-distance trip
Simulate any motorway trip: time, charging stops, total cost.
Simulate a trip →Chronos & accélération
0-100, 0-200, courbe de vitesse, positionnement segment.
Voir la performance →Segment positioning
Where the 520e stands against grand tourers plug-in hybrid
Comparison across 43 grand tourers plug-in hybrid marketed between 2019–2023.
Electric WLTP range5e / 15
53 km
Min 47 km · Bmw 545e xDriveMax 62 km · Bmw 530e
Combined range34e / 43
825 km
Min 55 km · DS DS9 E-Tense 250Max 1 535 km · Bmw 520d
Thermal cons. estimated6e / 15
5.96 L/100
Min 7.05 L/100 · Bmw 530e xDriveMax 5.71 L/100 · Bmw 530e
0–100 km/h39e / 43
7,9 s
Min 8,3 s · Bmw 520iMax 4,6 s · Bmw 545e xDrive
Direct rivals (same segment, same energy)
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A6 Avant e-hybrid quattro S tronic 270 kW367 hp · 0-100 5.3 s
A6 Sedan e-hybrid quattro S tronic 270 kW367 hp · 0-100 5.3 s
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Frequently asked questions
BMW 520e: what you need to know
Well-argued answers to the most asked questions about this model, based on Caralogy data and simulations.
53 km WLTP announced — making it the 5th of 15 in autonomie du segment out of 15 models. The reference is the Bmw 530e (62 km).
Running costs depend on your profile (mileage, charging type, city/highway mix). Use the Caralogy consumption simulator for a personalised estimate.
The Bmw 530e leads in Electric WLTP range (62 km vs 53 km). The choice depends on your priorities: check the 520e vs Bmw 530e duel for a detailed comparison.
Caralogy does not reproduce manufacturer figures: we recalculate every number through physics simulation, starting from SCx, mass and the power curve. This is why our figures at 130 km/h differ from WLTP. Full methodology on the dedicated page.